Six to Eight Project Proposal Paper Writing
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project-proposal-outline.rtf
Proposal Outline
The following is an outline for text of a project proposal. The recommended lengths of sections are given assuming a document length of approximately six pages. Note that all questions for a section may not apply to your proposal, and should be used as a general guide only.
Introduction (1 or 2 paragraphs) o Motivation Sentence
o Summarize the problem (1 or 2 sentences) o Summarize the solution (1 or 2 sentences)
o Describe format of rest of proposal (sections, etc.)
Background (1 to 3 paragraphs)
o What is the history of the problem? o Why is this problem interesting?
o When and why does the problem occur?
o Is the problem already solved? What is done now?
- Are there any similar systems or solutions to the one that is proposed? If so, reference and very briefly explain them.
- Are there are possible improvements to current solutions?
Project Summary (1 paragraph)
Project Details
Project Scope and Elements (2-3 paragraphs + figures)
- Describe the overall project and then break it down into the steps or elements necessary to bring the project to fruition.
- Diagrams and figures are useful here, if appropriate.
- What software, hardware, or tools will be used?
Implementation Issues and Challenges (2-3 paragraphs)
- What will be the most difficult issues and challenges in the implementation?
- Will any special facilities or equipment be needed in the execution of the project?
- Where will the project be constructed?
- Will any unique skills be required?
Deliverables (3-5 paragraphs - point-form may be used for some of the description)
- What will the project produce? (prototype, model, program, report, etc.)
- Describe in relative detail the features of each of the project's products.
- You may wish to separate deliverables into phases and indicate optional components given time.
- Emphasize what your project contributes or achieves!
Timeline (1 paragraph - point-form is suitable)
- Gantt Chart
Budget (1 paragraph + list/table)
- What is the source of funding for the project?
- Are there outside sources of funding?
Conclusion (1 paragraph)
- Summarize the project including the problem, motivation, and proposed solution, and re-state important (planned) contributions.
References
- List references used to compile proposal and references that will be used for project (if already known).
